Jobs & Volunteer Opportunities

"Not only do we get to work on issues we’re passionate about, but we do it as part of a great team that I feel extremely lucky and grateful to call myself part of."

Laura Belanger
Water Resources & Environmental Engineer

“After working in DC for almost 20 years and seeing the political gridlock, I was so excited to move West and join an organization with a record of winning conservation victories across the region.”

Rick Trilsch
Vice President of Finance and Administration

“It is a privilege to work for WRA; addressing substantive, complex conservation issues and working with a thoughtful team of technical, policy, and legal experts. Also, we get snacks at our staff meetings.”

Erin Overturf
Senior Staff Attorney

"The atmosphere is great. I’m surrounded by some of the smartest people in the field and everyone is super friendly and really just seems to want to be here.”

Open Positions At Western Resource Advocates

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Why Work at Western Resource Advocates?

At Western Resource Advocates, we are driven by a passion for the West. We believe we can turn the pressures that degrade our environment and quality of life into opportunities that permanently preserve the beauty of the West and our heritage for generations to come. We use law, science, and economics to craft innovative solutions to the most pressing conservation issues in the region. We understand that perseverance is needed to achieve lasting change. We respect and draw from divergent views and multiple perspectives to craft effective solutions. These values of stewardship, innovation, perseverance and respect help make us one of the leading conservation organizations in the West protecting our environment and communities.

We are also fun to work with! Our staff work and play hard and respect a work-life balance. Our offices provide a welcoming and supportive work environment. Our offices also strive to reflect our environmental values. For example our Boulder office is powered by solar energy and is energy and water efficient.

Benefits

Western Resource Advocates offers a competitive compensation plan, as well as a comprehensive benefits package. We pay 100% of all health and welfare benefits premiums for full time employees. Our health coverage includes medical, dental, prescription, vision and alternative care. We are also proud to offer a generous vacation, sick leave and disability benefit package as well as an excellent retirement plan.